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MANUAL: EDUCTOR 125 SERIES IN-LINE

MANUAL FOR SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

WARNINGRead instruction manual before use. Operation of this device without understanding the manual and receiving proper training is a misuse of this equipment. Users who have not read and understood all operating and safety instructions are not qualifi ed to operate this eductor. This instruction manual is intended to familiarize fi refi ghters and maintenance personnel with the operation, servicing, and safety procedures associated with the eductor. This manual should be kept available to all operating and maintenance personnel.

TASK FORCE TIPS, INC.MADE IN USA • www.tft.com

3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155

Inlet Pressure:200 psi (13.8 bar)160 psi (11 bar)145 psi (10 bar)

Concentration SettingsOff , 1/4%, 1/2%, 1%, 3%, 6%

Models: 60 gpm (225 l/min) 95 gpm (360 l/min)

120 gpm (450 l/min)125 gpm (475 l/min)

MaximumBack Pressure:130 psi (9 bar)

100 psi (6.9 bar)95 psi (6.5 bar)


DANGERPERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY CODE

The member companies of FEMSA that provide emergency response equipment and services want responders to know and understand the following:1. Firefi ghting and Emergency Response are inherently dangerous activities

requiring proper training in their hazards and the use of extreme caution at all times.

2. It is your responsibility to read and understand any user’s instructions, including purpose and limitations, provided with any piece of equipment you may be called upon to use.

3. It is your responsibility to know that you have been properly trained in Firefi ghting and /or Emergency Response and in the use, precautions, and care of any equipment you may be called upon to use.

4. It is your responsibility to be in proper physical condition and to maintain the personal skill level required to operate any equipment you may be called upon to use.

5. It is your responsibility to know that your equipment is in operable condition and has been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

6. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in death, burns or other severe injury.

FEMSA Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Service AssociationP.O. Box 147, Lynnfi eld, MA 01940 • www.FEMSA.org


Table Of Contents

1.0 MEANING OF SIGNAL WORDS 2.0 SAFETY 3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 3.1 PART IDENTIFICATION 3.2 GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.3 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 4.0 FOAM SELECTION 4.1 CLASS A FOAM 4.2 CLASS B FOAM 4.3 FOAM COMPATIBILITY 4.4 FOAM CONSUMPTION 5.0 MAXIMUM HOSE LAY 6.0 NOZZLE SELECTION 7.0 TROUBLE-SHOOTING 8.0 WARRANTY 9.0 DRAWING AND PARTS LIST 10.0 FOAM BUCKET ARRANGEMENT 10.1 FOAM SUPPLY LOGISTICS 11.0 MAINTENANCE


1.0 MEANING OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDSA safety related message is identifi ed by a safety alert symbol and a signal word to indicate the level of risk involved with a particular hazard. Per ANSI standard Z535.6-2006, the defi nitions of the four signal words are as follows:

DANGERDANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNINGWARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTIONCAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICENOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.

2.0 SAFETYThe eductor is designed for Class A and Class B foam concentrates. If you intend to use the eductor for liquids other than Class A and Class B concentrates and water, we urge you to contact the Task Force Tips Engineering Department. The use of other liquids may void the warranty and subject the user to hazards not addressed in this manual. The user assumes all risks for non-intended uses.• Make sure there is enough foam concentrate prepared before fi ghting fi re. TFT’s eductors are calibrated 15% more than the

nominal rate, or half percent point, which ever is less. Per FOAM EQUIPMENT AND LIQUID CONCENTRATES – UL 162, the liquid concentrate induction rate of a proportioner, expressed as a percentage of the fl ow rate of the mixed water plus concentrate solution, shall be minus zero (0) percent, plus thirty (30) percent of the manufacturer’s specifi ed induction rate or one percent point, whichever is less.

• Make sure the meter head set to OFF position and the correct nozzle and hose lay are securely attached to the eductor before the hose line is charged.

• Make sure the nozzle gallonage matches eductor’s gallonage.• Make sure the hose lay does not exceed the maximum listed in the operating instruction.• Make sure that the meter head is set to the correct concentration for the type of foam being used. Foam concentrates can be

ineff ective if not used at the correct percentage.

DANGERLack of foam can place operator at risk of injury or death. Establish foam fl ow before advancing into hazardous situations. Make sure you do not run out of foam concentrate before the task is complete. Check concentrate level periodically and keep an adequate supply on hand.

WARNINGDo not use Class A foam on Class B fi res or Class B foam on Class A fi res. Note: Some foam concentrates are universal and can be used on Class B fi res and spills and as a wetting agent on Class A fi res. (Refer to foam concentrate manufacturer’s recommendations for proper foam choice.)

WARNINGImproper use of foam can result in injury or damage to the environment. Follow the foam concentrate manufacturer’s instructions and fi re service training to avoid the following: • Using the wrong type of foam on a fi re, i.e. Class A foam on Class B fl ammable liquid fi re • Mishandling of concentrates • Plunging foam into pools of liquid fuels • Directing foam onto yourself or other personnel

WARNINGThere is a wide variety of foam concentrates. Each user is responsible for verifying that any foam concentrate chosen to be used with this unit has been tested to assure that the foam obtained is suitable for the purpose intended.


3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION UE-060-NFUE-095-NFUE-125-NFUEM-225-BFBFUEM-450-BFBFUEP-225-BHBHUEP-450-BHBHUEP-450-BJBJ

INLINE EDUCTOR 60 GPM 1.5”NHINLINE EDUCTOR 95 GPM 1.5”NHINLINE EDUCTOR 125 GPM 1.5”NH INLINE EDUCTOR 225 l/min at 11 bar 1.5” BSPINLINE EDUCTOR 450 l/min @ 11 bar 1.5” BSPINLINE EDUCTOR 225 l/min @ 10 bar 2.0” BSPINLINE EDUCTOR 450 l/min at 10 bar 2.0” BSPINLINE EDUCTOR 450 l/min at 10 bar 2.5” BSP

The eductor proportioning rate ranges from 1/4%,1/2%, 1%, 3%, to 6%. TFT’s 125 Series eductors can be used with 1/4% or 1/2% class A foam concentrates for wildland, rural and urban fi re suppression on Class A fuels (wood, paper, combustible materials). On Class A materials, the eductors are intended to be used for direct extinguishment, overhaul, and wetting of fuels. Some foam concentrates are corrosive, we recommend using only Class A concentrates that have received USDA and USFS approval.On class B materials, the eductors are primarily intended for vapor suppression or extinguishment. They can be used with high viscosity 1%, 3%, 6%, 3x3% and 3x6% Alcohol Resistant Class B concentrates on fl ammable liquids containing polar solvents.The eductor can also be used with plain AFFF concentrates rated at 1%, 3%, or 6%, with various freeze protected foams, and with FFFP foam types. These foams generally have a lower viscosity than the calibration viscosity of the TFT eductor and will be inducted faster than expected resulting in stronger concentrations. While this does not degrade foam quality, it does reduce the operating time for a given foam supply.Standard inlet operating pressure is 200 psi (13.8 bar) on 125 Series eductors. Custom designs are also available with inlet operating pressures of 160 psi (11 bar) and 145 psi (10 bar).

3.1 PART IDENTIFICATION

PROPORTIONING INDICATOR

36" LONG 1" ID CLEAR HOSE(Not to Scale)

20" LONG 1" OD WAND(Not to Scale)

EDUCTOR BODY EXIT

METERING HEAD

RETRACT THE LOCKER RINGTO UNLOCK.

RELEASE THE LOCKER RINGTO ENGAGE.

TURN KNOB TO SETPROPORTIONING RATE.

PUSH BUTTON TO BACK FLUSH.

CHECK DISK

Fig 3.1


3.1 PART IDENTIFICATION cont.The eductor can be split into two parts by grasping the locking ring and retracting it fully to separate the metering head from the eductor body. All the foam passageways can easily be inspected. The foam passageway into the eductor contains a free-fl oating check disk with three fi ns. The check disk is pressure activated to keep water from coming out of the fi re hose and back into the foam pail.The metering head contains a red back fl ush button that can be depressed to open the check disk.The metering head also has a large proportioning knob that can be rotated to align a ball valve to six diff erent detent positions: Off , 1/4%, 1/2%, 1%, 3% & 6%. Each foam setting has a precision sized metering orifi ce in the valve ball. The eductor cannot be operated between settings, as the metering orifi ces will not line up properly. The setting on the proportioning knob lines up with the white indicator ball.The eductor body is equipped with two 5/16-18, 3/4” deep mounting holes with set screw plugs. To mount the unit, remove the set screws and attach to the desired location using bolts with enough length to provide at least 1/2” engagement with the unit.

3.2 GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTION1) Choose the right foam concentrate (see section 4) 2) Lay the right hose (see section 5) 3) Connect the right nozzle (see section 6) 4) Charge the hose and open the nozzle fully to establish the water fl ow. 5) Adjust the pump pressure so the eductor inlet is set at its rated pressure of 200 PSI (13.8 bar), 160 PSI (11 bar) or 145 PSI (10 bar).6) Put the wand in the bucket and rotate the percentage knob to the desired concentration.

3.3 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONSAfter use take the wand out of the bucket and turn down the pump pressure below 75 PSI (5 bar). Shut off the nozzle. Restrain the wand and expect a rapid discharge of water especially at 6% setting. Push the red fl ush button and run fresh water through the wand and metering head on each setting until there is no visible foam in the fl ush water. Retract the lock ring to remove the metering head. Turn off the water supply and remove the eductor from the hose so that any remaining foam residue can be washed from the wand, metering head, and eductor.

CAUTIONDo not back fl ush above 75 psi (5 bar). Rapid back fl ush discharge from the wand could cause injury. The back fl ush push button is pressure activated and must not be forced at pressures over 75 psi (5 bar).

4.0 FOAM SELECTIONActual foam concentrations vary with changes in water fl ow, foam concentrate temperature and viscosity. The user must verify that the concentrate’s performance is suitable for use in their application. In all cases, the manufacturer’s recommendations must be followed.

CAUTIONClass A foam concentrates are generally less viscous than Class B foam concentrates. Using 1% Class B foam percentage setting to educt Class A foam, may cause the actual Class A foam percentage to be more than 1%.


4.1 CLASS A FOAM

SOLID FUEL - CLASS ACLASS A FOAM

Recommended using Class A foam that meets USDA Forest Service “Interim Requirements for Foam for Wildland Fires, Aircraft or Ground Application” or NFPA 298 “Foam Chemicals for Wildland Fire Control.”

MOP UP & OVERHAULOPERATIONS

WILDLAND &EXPOSURE PROTECTION

Apply as needed for penetration, isolation, cooling, and smothering.

Apply with low expansion nozzle for: straight stream nozzle - soaking and penetration of fuel low expansion nozzle - greater stream reach piercing nozzle

Apply with medium expansion nozzle for: medium expansion nozzle - greater coverage - longer lasting - insulating

4.2 CLASS B FOAM

LIQUID FUEL - CLASS B

HYDROCARBONSFuels that are mostly distilled from crude oil or vegetable matter. Will not mix with water.

POLAR SOLVENTSA fl ammable liquid that mixes with water. Examples are alcohol’s, amines, ethers, esters, aldehydes, and ketones. In fi refi ghting, any fl ammable liquid which destroys regular foam is generally referred to as a polar solvent.

AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam)AR (Alcohol Resistant Foam)

AR (Alcohol Resistant Foam)

UNIGNITED UNIGNITED

May apply at less than rates for ignited. Be capable of increasing to ignited rates if needed.

Application rates: Use foam manufacturer’s recommendations for handheld nozzles.

Apply withMEDIUM EXPANSION NOZZLE

for vapor suppression

Apply withMEDIUM EXPANSION NOZZLE

for vapor suppression


4.3 FOAM COMPATIBILITY

CAUTIONDo not mix diff erent types of foam concentrates or foams of the same type from diff erent manufacturers. Mixing of foam concentrates can cause the contents of the foam tank to gel and produce unpredictable results. Clean tank and foam passages thoroughly when changing foam types.

Medium Expansion Nozzle — produces the greatest expansion ratios. It should be used on Class B fuels for vapor suppression and Class A fuels when a longer lasting insulating layer of drier foam is desired.Low Expansion Nozzle — can be used with either Class A or B foam solutions. Reach is slightly less than the smooth bore. It should be used on Class B fi res for extinguishment and Class A fuels to soak the fuel with a wet foam solution.Straight Stream Nozzle — is for Class A foam solutions. Foam expansion will be negligible. It should be used where maximum reach or penetration is desired.

4.4 FOAM CONSUMPTIONThe following tables indicate the theoretical foam concentrate fl ow rate and the time it will take to empty a 5 gallon (18.9 liters) container of various concentrates with eductors of diff erent ratings.

60 GPM (225 l/min) EductorSetting Foam

ClassTime To Empty

5 G (18.9 L)Foam Flow

Rate1/4% A 33 min 20 sec 0.15 gpm

0.57 l/min

1/2% A 16 min 40 sec 0.3 gpm1.14 l/min

1% B 8 min 20 sec 0.6 gpm2.27 l/min


6% B 1 min 23 sec 3.6 gpm13.62 l/min


ClassTime To Empty



0.9 l/min

1/2% A 10 min 25 sec 0.5 gpm1.89 l/min


3% B 1 min 45 sec 2.9 gpm10.97 l/min

6% B 53 sec 5.7 gpm21.57 l/min


ClassTime To Empty



1.09 l/min

1/2% A 8 min 20 sec 0.58 gpm2.18 l/min

1% B 4 min 10 sec 1.25 gpm4.72 l/min

3% B 1 min 23 sec 3.65 gpm13.8 l/min

6% B 42 sec 7.2 gpm27.25 l/min


ClassTime To Empty

5 GallonsFoam Flow

Rate1/4% A 16 min 0.3 gpm

1.14 l/min

1/2% A 8 min 0.6 gpm2.27 l/min

1% B 4 min 1.3 gpm4.92 l/min

3% B 1 min 20 sec 3.8 gpm14.38 l/min

6% B 40 sec 7.5 gpm28.38 l/min

1. The class A foam used for calibration is the “Knock Down” from National Foam. The calibration viscosity is 20 Centipoise.

2. The class B foam used for calibration is the “Universal Plus 3% /6% Alcohol Resistant Aqueous Film Forming Foam” (AR-AFFF) from National Foam. The calibration viscosity is 2892 centipoise tested with Brookfi eld #3 Spindle @ 30 rpm.

3. TFT’s eductors were calibrated with 1 ¾” Conquest Hose.UE-060-NF calibration hose length is 300 ft.UE-095-NF calibration hose length is 250 ft.UE-125-NF calibration hose length is 150 ft.

Actual calibrated rate for each setting and thefoam concentrate used for calibration

SETTING ACTUAL RATE FOAM CLASS

UL-162 TOLERANCE

1/4% 0.287% A .25 - .325%

1/2% 0.575% A .5 - .65%%

1% 1.15% B 1 - 1.3%

3% 3.45% B 3 - 3.9%

6% 6.5% B 6 - 7.8%


The following table shows the reference friction loss based on typical USA water fl ow/hose length/size. To calculate the back pressure, add the nozzle pressure, hose friction loss, and elevation pressure loss together, and make sure the sum does not exceed 130 psi (9 bar).

EductorRating

Hose SizeInch

3% - 6% Solution Up to 1% Solution100 psi Nozzle 75 psi Nozzle 100 psi Nozzle 75 psi Nozzle

MaximumHose Lay Ft

ElevationFt

MaximumHose Lay Ft

ElevationFt

MaximumHose Lay Ft

ElevationFt

MaximumHose Lay Ft

ElevationFt

60 GPMat

200 PSI

1.5 300 10 600 10 450 10 800 10

100 50 400 50 250 50 600 50

— — 150 100 — — 300 100

1.75 450 10 900 10 700 10 1200 10

150 50 600 50 400 50 900 50

— — 250 100 — — 500 100

2 950 10 1800 10 1300 10 2000 20

300 50 1200 50 750 50 1200 75

— — 500 100 50 100 750 100

95 GPMat

200 PSI

1.5 100 10 200 10 150 10 300 10

— — 150 50 100 50 200 50

— — — — — — 100 100

1.75 200 10 350 10 300 10 450 10

— — 250 50 150 50 350 50

— — 100 100 — — 200 100

2 350 10 700 10 500 10 900 10

150 50 500 50 300 50 600 50

— — 150 100 — — 300 100

125 GPMat

200 PSI

1.5 60 10 120 10 100 10 150 10

— — 80 50 50 50 100 50

— — — — — — 50 100

1.75 100 10 200 10 150 10 250 10

— — 150 50 100 50 200 50

— — — — — — 100 100

2 200 10 400 10 350 10 550 10

100 50 250 50 200 50 400 50

— — 100 100 — — 250 100

Similar charts can be created for eductors of other ratings and/or hoses of diff erent standard lengths and/or sizes. Friction loss will also vary with the hose design and manufacturer, so it is important to know the characteristics of your hose.

5.0 MAXIMUM HOSE LAYThe maximum hose lay is based on the back pressure. Pushing the foam solution thru the hose and nozzle causes back pressure on the eductor exit.

• On a 200 psi (13.8 bar) model, if the back pressure is over 130 psi (9 bar) the eductor will not work.• On a 160 psi (11 bar) model, if the back pressure is over 100 psi (6.9 bar) the eductor will not work.• On a 145 psi (10 bar) model, if the back pressure is over 95 psi (6.5 bar) the eductor will not work.

Elevation loss adds to the back pressure when the nozzle is higher than the eductor, e.g. 0.4 psi / foot and 0.1 bar / meter in vertical height elevation loss.

WARNINGDo not exceed the allowable back pressure. Excess back pressure causes loss of foam fl ow resulting in risk of injury or death from an ineff ective stream. Verify that adequate foam fl ow is established and maintained.


The nominal fl ow of the eductor is the sum of water plus foam concentrate when set at 6%. The eductor should always have its rated pressure at the inlet. The water fl ow does not change with diff erent percentage settings; however, the inducted foam concentrate will change when the percentage setting is changed. Therefore, the total fl ow exiting the eductor is lower at 1/4% than at 6%. Longer hose lengths can be used when proportioning rate is less because less work is needed to move lower total fl ows.

6.0 NOZZLE SELECTIONEductors work with any nozzle whose gallonage is equal to or larger than eductors’. However, if a larger gallonage nozzle is used, the reach of nozzle and the proportioning rate of the eductor will be compromised.Fog-type nozzles have the greatest reach in the straight stream position. The fi nished foam is produced as the stream projects forward, and the greatest expansion is at the end of the stream. While straight stream gives maximum reach, it can also splash fl ammable liquids if not carefully applied. The stream impact can be softened by defl ecting the stream off nearby objects. The stream can also be trimmed to a 10-15 degree pattern which gives good reach and creates a softer “snow-fl aking” eff ect at the end of the stream.The expansion ratio is the amount of fi nished foam produced compared to the volume of foam concentrate/water solution used to generate the foam. For Example: A 10:1 expansion ratio will produce 950 GPM (3600 l/min) of fi nished foam from a 95 GPM (360 l/min) nozzle. Non-aspirated automatic nozzles can produce expansion ratios of 6-8:1 when measured at the end of the stream. By maintaining a constant nozzle pressure, automatic nozzles keep the velocity of the stream high. Large amounts of air are pulled into the stream and mix with the foam concentrate/water solution as the stream leaves the nozzle.Air-aspirating devices, such as the TFT FOAMJET, allow a wider selection of foam concentrates to be used, and can produce a better quality of fi nished foam. Air-aspirating attachments will, (1) improve the 1/4 drain time, (2) produce a more uniform bubble structure, (3) improve the burn back resistance of the fi nished foam, and (4) the foam blanket is visibly thicker. This thicker foam blanket has better vapor suppression and is longer lasting than foam from non-aspirated nozzles. The fi nal expansion ratio and, therefore, the amount of fi nished foam, depends on the type of foam concentrate being used.

WARNINGThe nozzle must be operated fully open to prevent excessive back pressure which will prevent foam pickup. Lack of foam can result in injury or death.

The following tables list the compatibility between eductors and nozzles. NOTE: A 75 psi (5 bar) nozzle will result in lower nozzle pressure and shorter stream reach.


UE-060 EDUCTOR60 GPM (225 l/min)

200 PSI (13.8 bar) Inlet PressureNozzle Name Nozzle Model # Water Flow

SettingNozzle

PressureLow Expansion

Foam AttachmentMulti-Expansion

Foam Attachment

Twister F2060, FS2060, FS2060P 60 gpm230 l/min

100 psi7 bar

NONE FJ-MX-F

Bubble Cup F2060BC, FS2060BC, FS2060BCP

60 gpm230 l/min

100 psi7 bar

BUILT IN BUILT-IN

Metro 0 ME0** 60 gpm230 l/min

100 or 75 psi7 or 5 bar

FJ-UFJ-LX-U

FJ-UMX

1.0” Quadrafog

DQ60, DQS60, DQS60P 5-10-24-40-60 gpm20-40-90-150-230 l/min

100 psi7 bar

FJ-DQ FJ-MX-DQ

1.0”G-Force

Selectable FlowFixed Pressure

15-30-45-60-75 gpm55-110-170-230-285 l/min


FJ-GDFJ-LX-U

FJ-UMX

1.0”G-Force

Automatic Pressurewith Variable Flow

30 - 80 pgm110 - 300 l/min


FJ-GDFJ-LX-U

FJ-UMX

Ultimatic

B-*, BTO-*, BH-*, BGH-* 10-125 gpm40 - 475 l/min

100 psi7 bar FJ-U

FJ-LX-U FJ-UMXBL-*, BTOL-*, BHL-*, BGHL-*

10-100 gpm40 - 400 l/min

75 psi5 bar



FJ-HMFJ-LX-HM

FJ-MX-HM

1.5”Quadrafog

FQ125**, FQS125** 30-60-95-125 gpm110-230-360-470 l/min


FJ-LX-FQ FJ-MX-FQ

QuadraCup FQ125BC, FQS125BC**, FQCS**

30-60-95-125 gpm110-230-360-470 l/min


BUILT-IN BUILT-IN

G-Force Selectable FlowFixed Pressure

30-60-95-125-150 gpm110-230-360-470-570 l/min


FJ-LX-G FJ-MX-G

G-Force Automatic Pressure with Variable Flow

60 - 150 gpm230 - 570 l/min


FJ-LX-G FJ-MX-G

Thunderfog FT200*, FTS200* 30-60-95-125-150-200 gpm110-230-360-470-570-750 l/min


NONE FJ-MX-FT




Setting GPMNozzle

Pressure psiLow Expansion


Foam Attachment

Twister F2095, FS2095, FS2095P 95 gpm360 l/min

100 psi7 bar

NONE FJ-MX-F

Bubble Cup F2095BC, F95BC, FS2095BC, FS95BC, FS2095BCP, FS95BCP

95 gpm360 l/min

100 psi7 bar

BUILT IN BUILT-IN

Ultimatic

B-*, BTO-*, BH-*, BGH-* 10-125 gpm40 - 475 l/min

100 psi7 bar FJ-U

FJ-LX-U FJ-UMXBL-*, BTOL-*, BHL-*, BGHL-* 10-100 gpm

40 - 400 l/min75 psi5 bar

Metro 1 ME1* 95 gpm360 l/min


FJ-HMFJ-LX-HM

FJ-MX-HM

Quadrafog FQ**, FQS** 30-60-95-125 gpm110-230-360-470 l/min


FJ-LX-FQ FJ-MX-FQ

QuadraCup FQ125BC, FQ125BC**, FQCS** 30-60-95-125 gpm110-230-360-470 l/min


BUILT-IN BUILT-IN

1.5”G-Force


30-60-95-125-150 gpm110-230-360-470-570 l/min


FJ-LX-G FJ-MX-G

1.5”G-Force

Automatic Pressure with Variable Flow

60 - 150 gpm230 - 570 l/min

100 0r 75 psi7 or 5 bar

FJ-LX-G FJ-MX-G

Thunderfog FT200*, FTS200*, FT250*, FTS250*, JT250*, JTS250*

30-60-95-125-150-200 gpm110-230-360-470-570-750 l/min


NONE FJ-MX-FT

Thunderfog FT250**, FTS250*, FTS**, JT**, JTS**

95-125-150-200-250 gpm360-470-570-680-950 l/min

100 psi7 bar

NONE FJ-MX-FT


100 psi7 bar

FJ-H FJ-MX-FT

Mid-Matic HM-**, HML-** 70 - 200 gpm260 - 760 l/min

100 or 75 psi7 or 5 bar FJ-HM

FJ-LX-HM FJ-MX-HMHMK-* 70 - 180 gpm

260 - 680 l/min55 psi4 bar

Mid-Force HMD-**, HMDL-** 70 - 200 gpm270 - 760 l/min


FJ-HMFJ-LX-HM FJ-MX-HM

Handline H-** 95 - 300 gpm360 - 1140 l/min

100 psi7 bar

FJ-H FJ-HMXHL-** 95 - 250 gpm360 - 950 l/min

75 psi5 bar

HK-** 95 - 225 gpm360 - 850 l/min

55 psi4 bar

Dual-Force HD-** 95 - 300 gpm360 - 1150 l/min

100 psi7 bar

FJ-H FJ-HMXHDL-** 95 - 250 gpm

360 - 950 l/min75 psi5 bar




SettingNozzle



Foam Attachment

Ultimatic B-** 10-125 gpm40-475 l/min

100 psi7 bar

FJ-UFJ-LX-U

FJ-UMX


100, 75 or 50 psi7, 5 or 4 bar

FJ-HMFJ-LX-HM

FJ-MX-HM

Quadrafog FQ125**, FQS125** 30-60-95-125 gpm110-230-360-470 l/min


FJ-LX-FQ FJ-MX-FQ

QuadraCup FQ125BC, FQ125BC**, FQCS**

30-60-95-125 gpm110-230-360-470 l/min


BUILT-IN BUILT-IN

1.5”G-Force


30-60-95-125-150 gpm110-230-360-470-570 l/min


FJ-LX-G FJ-MX-G

1.5”G-Force


60 - 150 gpm230 - 570 l/min


FJ-LX-G FJ-MX-G

Thunderfog FT200*, FTS200*, FTS*, 30-60-95-125-150-200 gpm110-230-360-470-570-750 l/min


NONE FJ-MX-FT

Thunderfog FT250*, FTS250*, FTS**, JT**, JTS**

95-125-150-200-250 gpm360-470-570-760-950 l/min


NONE FJ-MX-FT


75 psi5 bar

FJ-H FJ-HMX

Mid-Matic HM-**, HML-* 70 - 200 gpm260 - 760 l/min


FJ-LX-HM FJ-MX-HMHMK-* 70 - 180 gpm

260 - 680 l/min55 psi4 bar

Mid-Force HMD-** 70 - 200 gpm260 - 760 l/min


FJ-HMFJ-LX-HM

FJ-MX-HM

Handline

H-** 95 - 300 gpm360 - 1160 l/min

100 psi7 bar

FJ-H FJ-HMXHL-** 95 - 250 gpm360- 950 l/min

75 psi5 bar

HK-** 95-225 gpm360-850 l/min

55 psi4 bar

Dual-Force HD-** 95 - 300 gpm360 - 1150 l/min

100 psi7 bar

FJ-H FJ-HMXHDL-** 95 - 250 gpm

360- 950 l/min75 psi5 bar


UEM-225 EDUCTOR60 GPM (225 l/min)

160 PSI (11 bar) Inlet PressureNozzle Name Nozzle Model # Water Flow

SettingNozzle



Foam Attachment


75 psi5 bar

FJ-UFJ-LX-U

FJ-UMX

1.0”G-Force


15-30-45-60-75 gpm55-110-170-230-285 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-GDFJ-LX-U

FJ-UMX

1.0”G-Force

Automatic Pressurewith Variable Flow

30 - 80 pgm110 - 300 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-GDFJ-LX-U

FJ-UMX

Ultimatic BL, BTOL, BHL, BGHL 10-100 gpm40-400 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-UFJ-LX-U

FJ-UMX


75 psi5 bar

FJ-HMFJ-LX-HM

FJ-MX-HM

1.5”Quadrafog

FQ**, FQS** 30-60-95-125 gpm110-230-360-470 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-LX-FQ FJ-MX-FQ


30-60-95-125 gpm110-230-360-470 l/min

75 psi5 bar

BUILT-IN BUILT-IN

1.5”G-Force


30-60-95-125-150 gpm110-230-360-470-570 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-LX-G FJ-MX-G

1.5”G-Force


60 - 150 gpm230 - 570 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-LX-G FJ-MX-G


75 psi5 bar

NONE FJ-MX-FT


UEM-450 EDUCTOR120 GPM (450 l/min)

160 PSI (11 bar) Inlet PressureNozzle Name Nozzle Model # Water Flow

SettingNozzle



Foam Attachment



FJ-HMFJ-LX-HM

FJ-MX-HM

1.5”Quadrafog

FQ**, FQS** 30-60-95-125 gpm110-230-360-470 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-LX-FQ FJ-MX-FQ


30-60-95-125 gpm110-230-360-470 l/min

75 psi5 bar

BUILT-IN BUILT-IN

1.5”G-Force


30-60-95-125-150 gpm110-230-360-470-570 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-LX-G FJ-MX-G

1.5”G-Force


60 - 150 gpm230 - 570 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-LX-G FJ-MX-G


75 psi5 bar

NONE FJ-MX-FT


75 psi5 bar FJ-H FJ-HMX

Mid-Matic

HML-* 70 - 200 gpm260 - 760 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-LX-HM FJ-MX-HM

HMK-* 70 - 180 gpm260 - 680 l/min

55 psi4 bar

Mid-Force HMDL-** 70 - 200 gpm260 - 760 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-HMFJ-LX-HM

FJ-MX-HM

Handline

HL-** 95 - 250 gpm360- 950 l/min

75 psi5 bar

FJ-H FJ-HMX

HK-** 95-225 gpm360-850 l/min

55 psi4 bar

Dual-Force HDL-** 95 - 250 gpm360- 950 l/min

75 psi5 bar FJ-H FJ-HMX


7.0 TROUBLE-SHOOTING

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Eductor picks up too much foam

Percentage Knob is set at higher percentage Select desired percentage

Eductor inlet pressure is lower than 200 psi (13.8 bar) Set the eductor inlet pressure to 200 psi (13.8 bar)

Wrong metering head Use correct metering head

Weak Foam or No Foam

Out of foam or nearly empty Refi ll Tank

Percentage knob is OFF or in wrong percentage Select desired percentage

Percentage ball is plugged or partially plugged Take off the meter head, clean out debris in the percentage ball

Hose being used which is too long or too small in diameter Change the hose to correct length and diameter per 5.0

Pump pressure is too low or too high Set eductor inlet pressure at 200 psi (13.8 bar)

Hose kinks Straighten the kinked hose

Pick up tube plugged or partially plugged Clean out the plugged pick up tube

Nozzle is not fully open Fully open the valve on the nozzle

Nozzle size is smaller than eductor’s rating Select a nozzle with equal or larger gallonage than eductor’s

Debris in nozzle Flush nozzle to clean out debris. If it didn’t work, retreat, take off the nozzle and clean out the gasket grabber.

Foam gets thick when cold Select Another Foam

8.0 WARRANTYTask Force Tips, Inc., 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383-9327 USA (“TFT”) warrants to the original purchaser of its nozzles and other equipment (“equipment”), and to anyone to whom it is transferred, that the equipment shall be free from defects in material and workmanship during the fi ve (5) year period from the date of purchase.TFT’s obligation under this warranty is specifi cally limited to replacing or repairing the equipment (or its parts) which are shown by TFT’s examination to be in a defective condition attributable to TFT. To qualify for this limited warranty, the claimant must return the equipment to TFT, at 3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383-9327 USA, within a reasonable time after discovery of the defect. TFT will examine the equipment. If TFT determines that there is a defect attributable to it, it will correct the problem within a reasonable time. If the equipment is covered by this limited warranty, TFT will assume the expenses of repair.If any defect attributable to TFT under this limited warranty cannot be reasonably cured by repair or replacement, TFT may elect to refund the purchase price of the equipment, less reasonable depreciation, in complete discharge of its obligations under this limited warranty. If TFT makes this election, claimant shall return the equipment to TFT free and clear of any liens and encumbrances.This is a limited warranty. The original purchaser of the equipment, any person to whom it is transferred, and any person who is an intended or unintended benefi ciary of the equipment, shall not be entitled to recover from TFT any consequential or incidental damages for injury to person and/or property resulting from any defective equipment manufactured or assembled by TFT. It is agreed and understood that the price stated for the equipment is in part consideration for limiting TFT’s liability. Some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.TFT shall have no obligation under this limited warranty if the equipment is, or has been, misused or neglected (including failure to provide reasonable maintenance) or if there have been accidents to the equipment or if it has been repaired or altered by someone else.THIS IS A LIMITED EXPRESS WARRANTY ONLY. TFT EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS WITH RESPECT TO THE EQUIPMENT ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF ANY NATURE MADE BY TFT BEYOND THAT STATED IN THE DOCUMENT.This limited warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.


9.0 DRAWINGS & PARTS LIST

3233

353637

35

3938

30

31

28

29

40

27

26

25

24

23

22

2019

184117

16

1514

13

11

10

128

9

6

7

5

4

3

2

1

21

34

42


9.0 DRAWINGS & PARTS LIST

ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY PART1 10-24 X 1/2 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW 1 VT10-24SH500

2 PALM BUTTON - RED ANODIZE 1 UE250

3 RETAINING RING 11/16" EXTERNAL 1 VR4285

4 BUTTON SPRING 1 UE205

5 PROPORTIONING KNOB 1 UE240

6 SPRING HELICAL COMPRESSION 3 VM4195

7 3/16" BALL - TORLON 3 V2120-TORLON

8 O-RING-008 3/16 ID 1/16 C/S 1 VO-008

9 BACK FLUSH PIN 1 UE220

10 O-RING-115 11/16 ID 3/32 C/S 1 VO-115

11

BALL 60 GPM - NO GROOVES 1 UE230

BALL 95 GPM - 1 GROOVE 1 UE231

BALL 125 GPM - 2 GROOVES 1 UE232

BALL 225 LPM 1 UE233

BALL 450 LPM 1 UE234

12 7/64 X 5/8 HDP SPIROL PIN 1 VP109X625H

13

METER LABEL 60 GPM 1 UL200METER LABEL 95 GPM 1 UL201METER LABEL 125 GPM 1 UL202METER LABEL 225 LPM @11 BAR 1 UL207METER LABEL 450 LPM @ 11 BAR 1 UL208METER LABEL 225 LPM @ 10 BAR 1 UL203FMETER LABEL 450 LPM @ 10 BAR 1 UL204F

14 METER HEAD 1 UE23515 BALL 3/8" - POLYETHYLENE 1 VB375PE16 SEAT: PROPORTIONING BALL 1 UE33517 O-RING-117 13/16 ID 3/32 C/S 1 VO-11718 BARB FITTING 1 UE31019 HOSE CLAMP 2 UE34020 SUCTION HOSE 1"ID 1.25"OD CLEAR 1 UE32021 SUCTION WAND 1 UE33022 SPRING - LOCKER RING 1 UE21523 O-RING-219 1 VO-21924 LOCATION RING 1 UE24525 1/4" BALL - 302 STAINLESS STEEL 6 V212526 LOCKER 1 UE21027 CHECK DISK 1 UE225


ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY PART

28

NAME LABEL - 60GPM EDUCTOR 2 UL210



NAME LABEL - 225 LPM @ 11 BAR 2 UL217

NAME LABEL - 450 LPM @ 11 BAR 2 UL218

NAME LABEL - 225 LPM @ 10 BAR 2 UL213F

NAME LABEL - 450 LPM @ 10 BAR 2 UL214F

29

EXIT 60 GPM 1.5"NPSH - NO GROOVES 1 UE100IF

EXIT 60 GPM 1.5"NH - NO GROOVES 1 UE100NF

EXIT 95 GPM 1.5"NPSH - 1 GROOVE 1 UE101IF

EXIT 95 GPM 1.5"NH - 1 GROOVE 1 UE101NF

EXIT 125 GPM 1.5"NPSH - 2 GROOVES 1 UE102IF

EXIT 125 GPM 1.5"NH - 2 GROOVES 1 UE102NF

EXIT 225 LPM @ 11 BAR 1.5” BSP 1 UE133BF

EXIT 450 LPM @ 11 BAR 1.5” BSP 1 UE124BF

EXIT 225 LPM @ 10 BAR 2.0” BSP 1 UE133BH

EXIT 450 LPM @ 10 BAR 2.0” BSP 1 UE134BH

EXIT 450 LPM @ 10 BAR 2.5” BSP 1 UE144BJ

30 INTERSECTION 1 UE120

31 O-RING-216 1-1/8 ID 1/8 C/S 1 VO-216

32

BLENDING TUBE 60GPM - NO GROOVES 1 UE110BLENDING TUBE 95GPM - 1 GROOVE 1 UE111BLENDING TUBE 125GPM - 2 GROOVES 1 UE112BLENDING TUBE 225 LPM @ 11 BAR 1 UE116BLENDING TUBE 450 LPM @ 11 BAR 1 UE117BLENDING TUBE 225 LPM @ 10 BAR 1 UE113BLENDING TUBE 450 LPM @ 10 BAR 1 UE114

33 3/16" BALL - 302 STAINLESS STEEL 34 V212034 O-RING-134 1 VO-13435 1/4-28 X 3/16 SET SCREW 1 VT25-28SS187

36COUPLING 1.5"NPSH 1 HM697ICOUPLING 1.5"NH 1 HM697N

37 GASKET - 1.5" HOSE COUPLING 1 V3130

38COUPLING 2.5"NH ROCKERLUG 1 HM677NCOUPLING 2.5"NPSH ROCKERLUG 1 HM677I

39 GASKET - 2.5" HOSE COUPLING 1 V319040 CHECK SPRING 1 UE22841 O-RING-214 1 VO-21442 5/16-18 X 1/4 SOCKET SET SCREW 2 VT31-18SS250

Parts 11, 29, and 32 are fl ow calibrated as indicated by the number of grooves.

CAUTIONDo not intermix metering heads with eductor bodies of diff erent fl ow rates. Intermixing can cause weaker or stronger foam than expected resulting in risk of injury as the ability to control the fi re is compromised.


TASK FORCE TIPS, INC.MADE IN USA • www.tft.com

3701 Innovation Way, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9327 USA800-348-2686 • 219-462-6161 • Fax 219-464-7155

10.1 FOAM SUPPLY LOGISTICSWhen using class B foams for extinguishing burning pools of liquids a continuous foam supply is essential. Foam fl ow may be interrupted by not changing foam buckets quickly or by switching the metering head to OFF. Foam buckets can be diffi cult to move or open quickly, therefore training and planning for a continuous foam supply is recommended.

DANGERLack of foam can place operator at risk of injury or death. Establish foam fl ow before advancing into hazardous situations. Make sure you do not run out of foam concentrate before the task is complete. Check concentrate level periodically and keep an adequate supply on hand.

11.0 MAINTENANCEEductor does not need regular maintenance. However, make sure the eductor is fully cleaned after each usage. Otherwise, the foam concentrate may dry inside and around the percentage ball resulting in plugged metering orifi ces. Look down inside metering head and check valve to insure clean passageways.

10.0 FOAM BUCKET ARRANGEMENTThe foam suction hose is matched to the eductor and must not be lengthened or foam fl ow will be reduced resulting in weak foam. (as shown in location D). The other three locations (A, B, & C) show the recommended foam bucket arrangement.

CASE ACORRECT

CASE BCORRECT

CASE CCORRECT

CASE DINCORRECT

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